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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

West Chicago, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available West Chicago Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in West Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Wood Glen Senior Residences in the Alta Vista Gardens neighborhood priced from $1,136. Aspen Ridge Apartments in the Appletree neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,579. Here is today’s list of the most affordable West Chicago apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Wood Glen Senior ResidencesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,136
Aspen Ridge Apartments1x1 Diamond1BR,1BA$1,579
Ascend St. CharlesA21BR,1BA$1,757

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Chicago, IL and Nearby

As of June 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Chicago area is the $2.19 price per square foot 2x2 Cambridge Model at Aspen Ridge Apartments in the in the Appletree neighborhood starting from $1,859. The second greatest value West Chicago apartment is the 1 BR Designer Courtyard Model at Springs at St Charles starting at $1,907 with a $2.45 price per square foot in the Oak Meadows neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Chicago apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Aspen Ridge Apartments2x2 Cambridge2BR,1BA$2.19
Springs at St Charles1 BR Designer Courtyard1BR,1BA$2.45
Winfield StationA11BR,1BA$2.73
Ascend St. CharlesA21BR,1BA$2.53
Wood Glen Senior ResidencesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.03

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Frequently Asked Questions about West Chicago

What type of rentals are currently available in West Chicago?

There are currently 39 Apartments for Rent in West Chicago, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,136 to $7,860. There are also 31 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West Chicago ranging from $1,350 to $5,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in West Chicago?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in West Chicago ranges from $1,350 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,617.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Chicago

Written by: Nicole Harms

I’m Nicole, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Chicago, IL. As a resident of the Chicago area for over 20 years, I’ve learned which neighborhoods are great and which are best avoided.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.